Holocaust Remembrance

As part of the ongoing Ohio National Guard Leadership Development Series, Debbie Ecker, the daughter of two Holocaust survivors, and Dr. Alex Hernandez, an accomplished speaker and presenter on the history of the Holocaust were invited to discuss “Why Remembering is so Important,” and how studying the Holocaust can help prevent future mass atrocities throughout the world.

Maj. Gen. Mark E. Bartman, (right), Ohio adjutant general, presents guest speakers Dr. Alex Hernandez (left) and Debbie Ecker with plaques commemorating their support of the Holocaust Days of Remembrance presentation April 28, 2017, at the Maj. Gen. Robert S. Beightler Armory in Columbus, Ohio. As part of the ongoing Ohio National Guard Leadership Development Series, Ecker and Hernandez were invited to discuss “Why Remembering is so Important,” and how studying the Holocaust can help prevent future mass atrocities throughout the world. Bill Pierce, ONG